Flexible 3-Day Social Work Assistant for Residents

Sunrise Nursing & Memory Care; Raymore (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Sunrise Nursing & Memory Care is seeking a compassionate Social Work Assistant / Social Services Designee to support residents’ psychosocial well-being in a skilled nursing facility. The role offers a flexible 3-day-per-week schedule and the opportunity to choose days that work best for you.

You will assess resident needs, coordinate services, and contribute to care planning while ensuring compliance with CMS regulations, MDS, and NASW standards.

Qualifications

• Licensed or certified in Social Work or Human Services (state requirements apply)
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, or related field
• 1+ year of social work experience in healthcare or long-term care
• Knowledge of MDS, care planning, and CMS regulations strongly preferred
• Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and complete social histories
• Participate in MDS assessments, care plans, and interdisciplinary meetings
• Provide emotional support and adjustment counseling for residents and families
• Coordinate discharge planning and community resource referrals
• Maintain accurate documentation (MDS, care plans, progress notes, PASARR, etc.)
• Support resident rights, advocacy, and quality of life initiatives
• Assist with survey readiness and compliance (CMS/state regulations)
• Investigate concerns and support abuse prevention and reporting protocols
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, and administration teams

Skills

Social Work

Communication

Documentation

Care coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work / related field

Licensed or certified in Social Work or Human Services

Job description

Sunrise Nursing & Memory Care is seeking a compassionate Social Work Assistant / Social Services Designee to support residents’ psychosocial well-being in a skilled nursing facility. The role offers a flexible 3-day-per-week schedule and the opportunity to choose days that work best for you.

You will assess resident needs, coordinate services, and contribute to care planning while ensuring compliance with CMS regulations, MDS, and NASW standards.